Berkley Center

Junior Year Abroad Network blogger Amanda Christovich (C'19) reflects on an almost unintentional Holocaust memorial created in one Jewish community’s former home in Kolin, where she was able to celebrate and revere the community, rather than concentrate on their bitter and gruesome end.

Open dialogue across cultural and religious lines is becoming increasingly more challenging. The role of religion has emerged as a powerful force for combating discriminatory rhetoric and building strong communities across socioeconomic and cultural…

Japanese culture is often reduced to tangible products that are widely consumed all over the world: anime, ramen, sushi. Since coming to Japan, I have found it immensely rewarding to consider the unique characteristics and traditions of the local…